The Fraidy Cat (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1924, The Fraidy Cat is a comedy film directed by James Parrott, running about 12 minutes.
What it’s about. Jimmy Jump is a coward. Everyone and everything makes him afraid. He cowers from the neighborhood children, even though he's old enough to be their father. He is terrified of Lem Tucker, who is his rival for the heart of Dorothy. Only when he mistakenly believes he is about to die does Jimmy find courage. But will it last?
Who’s in it. The Fraidy Cat stars Charley Chase as Jimmy Jump, Beth Darlington as Dorothy - the Doctor's Daughter, Earl Mohan as Lem Tucker - the Village Sheik and Joe Cobb as Member of the Gang (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Fraidy Cat has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fraidy Cat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fraidy Cat tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fraidy Cat (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fraidy Cat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fraidy Cat worth watching?
- The Fraidy Cat holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fraidy Cat?
- The Fraidy Cat stars Charley Chase, Beth Darlington, Earl Mohan, Joe Cobb and Mickey Daniels.
- When was The Fraidy Cat released?
- The Fraidy Cat was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.